Director, Foundation Relations

Job overview

The Director, Foundation Relations role is onsite in Denton, TX, with hybrid work opportunities noted in the posting. Salary is $68,000–$84,000 per year. The position is part of UNT Advancement and supports the Corporate & Foundation Relations team. The director leads proposal development and stewardship operations to help secure philanthropic investments from private foundations and corporate partners. The role advances university fundraising goals by identifying aligned funding opportunities, coordinating competitive submissions, and managing award reporting and donor stewardship.

What you'll do

• Lead proposal development from concept through submission
• coordinate submission materials and compliance
• review and assemble proposals and donor communications
• research funding opportunities and prepare prospect briefs
• maintain grants and stewardship calendars
• track post-award reporting and deliverables
• maintain CRM records
• generate fundraising reports
• coordinate with gift and grants administration.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

denton tx

director

foundation relations

university advancement

corporate and foundation relations

philanthropy

grant writing

proposal development

stewardship

monday–friday

hybrid work opportunities

$68k–$84k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• TRS-eligible retirement
• benefits information referenced in the posting.

Why this role

The posting lists Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with possible flex-time and hybrid work opportunities; bachelor's degree and four years of related experience or equivalent required.

About the employer

University of North Texas System is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.